Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 9: 200 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572911
Common Names
- Bryocarpum himalaicum
- Silver Brunia
- Silver Star
Description
Bryocarpum himalaicum (also called Himalayan Bryocarpum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in rocky outcrops, grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Bryocarpum himalaicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bryocarpum himalaicum is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bryocarpum himalaicum is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Keep moist until rooted.
Where to Find Bryocarpum himalaicum
Bryocarpum himalaicum can be found in the Himalayan region of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Bryocarpum himalaicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bryocarpum himalaicum?
Bryocarpum himalaicum
What is the common name of Bryocarpum himalaicum?
Himalayan bryocarpum
What is the natural habitat of Bryocarpum himalaicum?
Bryocarpum himalaicum is native to the mountains of central and eastern Asia.
Species in the Bryocarpum genus
Species in the Primulaceae family
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Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,